Rev. Paulo Itione Fa’avae-Eli is a retired minister of Campbelltown North Samoan Independent Presbyterian Church in Campbelltown, New South Wales. He studied Theology at Knox Theological College in Dunedin, New Zealand, and began his ministry at Rongotea-Sanson Methodist-Presbyterian Union Parish before migrating to Australia in 1991. Together with his late wife, Lilia Pefia Fa’avae-Eli, he founded the Minto Presbyterian Independent Church, which later relocated to Lindesay Street, Campbelltown NSW Australia in 2011.
A vibrant leader and passionate preacher, Rev. Fa’avae-Eli is known for weaving biblical insight with spiritual depth and clarity. He holds a deep appreciation for the natural world, often reflecting on the wisdom found in creation. Inspired by the words of Job, “Ask the animals, and they will teach you,” he believes that God’s truth is revealed not only through Scripture but also through the living world around us.
An avid reader and writer, he continues to share stories and biblically inspired reflections that speak to faith, culture, heritage, and community.
